Cost of living support in Somerset

If you need help with food, energy bills, housing costs, debt, or other everyday expenses, support is available across Somerset.

Struggling to afford essentials? Help is available

If things feel difficult right now, you are not alone. Support is available across Somerset to help with the cost of living.

Getting advice early can help you find longer-term solutions and reduce the need for emergency support.

Need urgent help with food, energy or other essential costs?

The Crisis and Resilience Fund may be able to help if you are facing immediate financial hardship and cannot afford everyday essentials.

Find out about the Crisis and Resilience Fund

What do you need help with?

Browse the topics below to find support with everyday costs, including food, energy bills, housing, family support and money worries.

Food and essentials support

Find food banks, local pantries, family food support and Healthy Start information in Somerset, including help with food costs during difficult times

Help with heating costs and staying warm

Find help with heating costs, energy bills and heating oil. Get energy advice, find warm spaces in Somerset, and check available payments and support

Money, benefits and housing support

Find advice on benefits, housing costs, debt, Council Tax, household bills and financial support. Get help from local and national services in Somerset

Families, carers and older people

Find help with childcare costs, benefits, mental health, caring responsibilities, leisure discounts and support services for families, carers and older people in Somerset

Find support near you

Rising living costs can put extra pressure on individuals, families and households. Voluntary, community and public services across Somerset can help. Connect Somerset #Help4All can help you find local support and services in your area.

Find local support through Connect Somerset #Help4All